Storm of Gods

Chapter 26 God's Hand

There's a reason the four of them were grouped together: they were all specially recruited into the Tianjing Academy. The Academy's admission requirements are very strict in all countries, especially in the Lilong Kingdom; you can't get in without exceptional skills.

Grand Consul Luther selected managers at all levels through the Council of the Church, which, from a political standpoint, was tantamount to reforming the previous appointment system.

Li Xin had studied this expert; he could understand him to some extent, but if he were to actually operate it, he wouldn't be able to handle it.

As for special admissions, Hurta and Lu Shuai were both exceptionally outstanding in the God's Grace Class. The Church Academy has a stricter examination for those from other countries, and Roland's excellence is beyond question.

Similarly, Lu Shuai felt that Li Xin was not simple. He was able to be specially recruited despite his poor background. Either he had a very special skill, or his uncle was very powerful.

Roland is gentle and refined, and has the best looks. Hurta looks reliable and has the best fighting skills. Lu Shuai is a local strongman. Although he is less handsome than Roland, he is a relative of the Grand Consul and has the best status.

"Brothers, this is the best of times, and it is our time. Tianjing is just the starting point for us. Our future is infinitely bright. As long as you guys follow my lead, I will take you flying!" In the dormitory, Lu Shuai was full of vigor and naturally took on the responsibility of a leader. His handsomeness implies a commander and a general. Of course, his good looks can also lead people to think the wrong way, which is unavoidable.

"Do you all worship the Moon Goddess?" Roland asked. "I worship the Earth Mother Goddess. Is there anything I should be aware of in my daily life? I remember that freedom of religion is practiced here in Tianjing, right?"

He still wanted to confirm that in Moncaleta, the worship of the Earth Mother Goddess held absolute dominance, and the Council of the Church also uniformly worshipped the Earth Mother Goddess. The sects were relatively moderate, and there were other sects, but they were basically not very prominent.

"Don't worry, there's no discrimination. All the religious institutions here in Lilong are the same. There's freedom of belief, except for cults, of course. You can choose to keep your own faith. I haven't made a choice yet, but if nothing unexpected happens, I will choose to worship the Moon Goddess," Lu Shuai said.

Roland's handsome face showed surprise. "Isn't Tianjing the Moon Goddess's headquarters?"

"So it's about freedom of religion. The church can exert its influence, but the choice is in the heart of each Lilong person," Lu Shuai said with a smile. The Lilong people are warlike, and they have been divided and united for many years. It was only after the establishment of the Lilong United Kingdom that they finally stabilized.

The Moon Goddess undoubtedly has the greatest influence in Lilong, but there are also many followers like the Hundred Martial Hall, which worships the God of War.

"Li Xin, what about you?"

"I am a follower of the Moon Goddess." After all, his other identity is that of a Night's Watchman, and he receives a salary from the Moon Goddess. He can't very well trust someone else, can he? He should love what he does.

As long as the salary is high, Li Xin can make the Moon Goddess realize how steadfast a mortal's faith can be.

“I am a follower of the God of War,” Hurta said. The Saxon barbarians used to worship the God of War, and many Saxons had received help from the Hall of a Hundred Martial Arts.

In the past, the Saxons had repeatedly surrendered, rebelled, surrendered again, and rebelled again, partly due to issues of faith, but Luther resolved this problem.

“Haha, everyone knows that,” Lu Shuai waved his hand. “Choice of faith is a personal matter, but which organization you choose is related to your future. It’s about your prospects. There are many organizations in the Council of the Church, and their backgrounds are complicated, but no matter what, Black Rose is the first choice. It was founded by my relative, Grand Consul Luther. Now, half of the kingdom’s high-ranking officials are Black Rose. Being able to join Black Rose in the Council of the Church is like having one foot on the road to success!” Roland and Li Xin didn’t react. Hurta nodded. “This is one of the tasks the clan gave us.”

Lu Shuai slapped Hurta on the shoulder, "Haha, you have good taste! This is the best way to become an officer in the Knights!"

My hand was jolted up; it felt like I'd hit a steel plate. Was it that hard?
"I heard that it's difficult to join Black Rose, and it's not very open to newcomers?" Hurta asked. "The elders said that it's even more difficult for us Saxons to join."

"Haha, so you guys are really lucky. With my connections, I can get everyone in no matter what. Don't worry, the current president, Luo Xue, is my senior in the Grace Class and also an old neighbor!"

Not all classes are the same; Lu Shuai is in the top class. Looking at the eyes of the other three, Lu Shuai knew that he had successfully planted a powerful influence in their hearts.

"General Luther, what kind of person is the Grand Consul? I've heard he's extremely powerful. Have you met him?" Roland asked curiously. Luther was definitely the most outstanding politician in Daoyuan in the past hundred years, and he was the person that every outsider was most curious about.

“I haven’t met him, but my father has. He said that our lineage will surely flourish under my leadership. In terms of understanding the Grand Consul, if I say I’m second, no one in the Order will dare to say they’re first!” Marshal Lu said.

The other three had stars in their eyes, like curious children.

“Tell me about it, I’m very curious,” Roland asked. “Everyone says he’s a brutal dictator?”

Marshal Lu smiled and waved his hand: "He established and perfected the monarchical parliamentary system, becoming the first Grand Consul. There are some misunderstandings outsiders, saying that he is dictatorial and domineering. I think it cannot be described as domineering, much less as simple and crude dictatorship, which would tarnish his greatness. Through the Council of Religion and a series of wonderful reforms, he broke down backward and corrupt interest groups, and finally established a broader new interest system, winning the support of the vast majority of the people of Lilong. He was a strategist who could strategize and win battles from afar. He was a comprehensive and perfect commander. Military force was the least noteworthy embellishment for him. He was a great man!"

Lu Shuai immediately got into the zone, "To be able to unite the Li Long, which is constantly in turmoil, it takes more than just reasoning."

Hurta nodded in agreement. The Saxons believed that Luther was the representative of the God of War on earth. This faith-based recognition allowed the Saxons to completely integrate into the Lilong tribe. Moreover, once the barbarians accepted him from the bottom of their hearts, they would never betray him again. In fact, they became Luther's most steadfast defenders.

They had a vague understanding of politics, but "other countries also have a high opinion of Grand Chancellor Luther. It can be said that the current status of the Lilong Kingdom is inseparable from him."

"Hehe, as your own brother, let me share my insights with you. After my painstaking research, I discovered the secret to his success!" Lu Shuai said mysteriously, his pride practically overflowing.

Li Xin, Hurta, and Roland all became serious. Although they felt that there was an element of boasting in Lu Shuai's relationship with the Grand Consul, his demeanor was very convincing, especially Li Xin, who pricked up his ears. Perhaps he could get the reward he had always wanted from Lu Shuai!

Feeling that the groundwork had been laid, General Lu raised his head: "Talented horses are common, but imperial sons-in-law are rare!"

　The Order Academy is a necessary transition in the plot; the main storyline is still being laid out. Dear readers, please give this newbie some time to tell the story well.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)